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Sherman Library & Gardens offers an inspired line-up of classes and events every month for you to enjoy! With offerings ranging from wellness workshops and children’s activities, to floral design classes, lectures in the library, and plant shows, there is something for everyone to experience.
Join our panel of experts for an engaging behind-the-scenes look at the Santa Ana Zoo and uncover the thoughtful planning behind its animal habitats. Explore how plants help create natural environments and how zookeepers and educators shape spaces that support animal care, conservation, and meaningful guest experiences.
Join us for a docent-led tour to explore Laguna Art Museum's newest exhibition, Kim Manfredi: View with a Grain of Sand, the newest installment in the Art + Nature initiative. Manfredi's work explores perception, landscape and the human desire to impose meaning on the natural world. Expect vibrant colors and bold shapes to illustrate the... Read More »
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
Celebrate spooky season with your four-legged friend at our final Yappy Hour of 2026, on October 16th from 5-7pm!Join us for a festive evening in the Gardens with music, a complimentary drink and snacks, and plenty of costumed pups. Dress your dog in their Halloween best, and don’t forget a costume for yourself! Enjoy a relaxing... Read More »
Experience the bountiful seasonal fall harvest display before Sherman resets for the holidays!Experience Hazeltine’s Afternoon Tea at The GardensHazeltine’s Afternoon Tea is an exquisitely curated garden experience at Sherman Library & Gardens and a first glimpse into what is to come from the future Hazeltine’s restaurant. Featuring exclusive tea blends, finely crafted savories, and decadent... Read More »
Step into an evening of sensory renewal as we gather among the lush pathways and vibrant spring blooms of Sherman Library & Gardens for a sunset sound healing experience inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. Surrounded by flowering botanicals, gentle ocean air, and the golden light of dusk, this outdoor immersion invites you to slow your pace, deepen your breath, and reconnect with the living rhythms of nature. The garden itself becomes a co-facilitator, with fragrance, color, and natural soundscapes enhancing the restorative effects of the journey.
Join Local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to see and paint color and simple shapes. This month Erna Takes inspiration from Autumn. Classes are designed for all levels of painter.... Read More »
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
An Evening With Mosaic Artist Irina Charny What does it take to turn thousands of tiny fragments into a work of art?Join Southern California mosaic artist Irina Charny for a behind-the-scenes... Read More »
Discover the art of hand-poured candle making in this interactive, hands-on workshop! You’ll craft your own 160g soy wax candle using a curated collection of premium floral and botanical fragrance oils, blending your own signature scent from scratch.
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.